Abstract

Research-based evidence shows that physical exercises help reduce pain and disabilities in individuals suffering from non-acute low back pain, but the effects obtained are limited.

The research team is investigating lumbar stabilization exercises, with two objectives:
- To complete the phase of deriving clinical prediction rules (CPRs) for treatment outcomes (success or failure) in order to discriminate patients likely to respond favourably or unfavourably to these exercises;
- To study the neuromuscular and psychological mechanisms activated by these exercises using specific measures in order to gain understanding of why patients respond favourably or not to this treatment.

This study will promote more effective matching of patients suffering from low back pain with this exercise program, ultimately to enhance their recovery.